Re: [compost_tea] Re: Fulvic Acid

From: EAReinheimer <erica_r_at_charter.net>
Date: Tue, 20 Dec 2011 03:09:23 -0800

Hello Anthony,

You seem to know alot about humic and fulvic substances.

I have a low CEC loamy sand in my garden. Calculated values vary
between a TCEC of 9 and a CEC of 4.

I have been adding Activate 80, a coarse grade leonardite (1/4" minus)
from New Mexico (via Peaceful Valley Farm Supply) at the rate of 10 lbs
per 1000 sq ft for the last year.
Just made my 2nd application. The advice from the mining company is to
apply in the fall - it takes awhile to become active.
In a month or so I'll take another soil test and see if the TCEC has
improved. A soil test at 6 months showed no increase in CEC.

Do you think this product is likely to increase CEC?
Any other benefits?

Thanks,

Erica


On 12/19/2011 5:20 PM, Tim Wilson wrote:
>
> Hi Anthony;
>
> Yes, I agree. The extraction method employed is one reason for skewed
> results in many organic substances, including soil tests.
>
> I did note that a few scientists would argue with the definition given
> for humus in the article.
>
> It does, however clarify the labelling issue which was the reason for
> the post. (thank you)
>
> Tim
>
> --- In compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:compost_tea%40yahoogroups.com>, "Anthony Quinlan" <boofq_at_...>
> wrote:
> >
> > buyer beware on these products!
> > this article touches on a key issue with these - degree of activity
> of HA or FA.
> > I am privy to one of very few laboratories in the world that can
> provide an accurate readings.
> >
> > I have screened virtually every product on the world market with
> astonishing results.
> >
> > many products are claiming levels of activities that are just not
> present.
> > Just because it is black or brown doesn't mean it contains what is
> written on the label.
> > Many are estimating levels from inappropriate tests that measure
> non-humic material.
> >
> > Fulvic acids are the worst for this also.
> > The method of extraction also governs product quality. Too harsh an
> extractant will denature the molecules - destroying much of the
> potential benefits from these substances.
> >
> > Merry Christmas
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: -----
> > To: compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com <mailto:compost_tea%40yahoogroups.com>
> > Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 3:56 AM
> > Subject: Re: [compost_tea] Fulvic Acid
> >
> >
> > Here's a well written article on the reasoning behind label issues
> on Humics and Fulvics
> >
> >
> > Cheers
> >
> >
> > http://www.bioag.com/images/MY_can_NovDec09_40-44.pdf
> >
> >
> >
> > --- On Mon, 12/19/11, gail raby <amberflame_at_...> wrote:
> >
> >
> > From: gail raby <amberflame_at_...>
> > Subject: [compost_tea] Fulvic Acid
> > To: compost_tea_at_yahoogroups.com <mailto:compost_tea%40yahoogroups.com>
> > Date: Monday, December 19, 2011, 11:42 AM
> >
> >
> > How do you brew teas in Oregon or California where a product cannot
> legally be labeled Fulvic Acid? ...Hugh
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hugh is that right?
> >
> >
> > What is the rationale for such a law? So what name is this substance
> allowed
> > to be called and sold by, if any?
> >
> >
> > Thanks for any info..
> > g
> >
>
>


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